BORN

1990

DIED

2017

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Tanner Gasco-Wiggin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 3, 2017.

Tanner Gasco-Wiggin
Memorial Service April 8th, 2017
Tanner Edward Gasco-Wiggin, 26, of Chester, Vt., left us on
January 26, 2017. He was born in Randolph, Vt., on July 3, 1990
and grew up in the Springfield area, attending Springfield schools
and graduating from Springfield High School in 2008. He
attended the Maine College of Art in Portland, Me., and he became
an accomplished artist and printmaker. Tanner cared deeply
about social and political causes and was a fierce advocate for
freedom of expression. He was an avid reader, and enjoyed
snowboarding, hiking, music of all kinds, and reading and writing
poetry.
He is survived by his father, Randall Wiggin and partner
Marybeth Maloney of Chester; his mother Valerie Gasco and his
step-father Jeff Lavin of Lehigh Acres, Florida; his paternal
grandmother, Ruth Wiggin, of Rutland; his brother, Ian Gasco-
Wiggin and sister, Siera Lavin, both of Boston, Mass.; and many
loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends in New England and
Florida.
A memorial service will be held at the Old Stone Church
(First Universalist), 103 North St, Chester, Vt., on Saturday, April
8th at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that
donations be made in Tanner's memory to: the Vermont Arts
Council, Outright Vermont, or the Vermont Suicide Prevention
Center.Arrangements under the direction of Adams Funeral Homes, Chester, Vermont.

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January 25, 2023

Friend

Rebecca Mcchesney

I think of you often. I have your photos all over my house, my child still cries from missing you. You were such a special kid. i have so many wonderful memories of you and Danny together. You are deeply missed.

June 22, 2017

Maureen Patrick

I just heard of Tanner's passing through the MECA magazine. Words cannot describe what a wonderful presence he was at MECA. Please accept my condolences. He will be missed by many.

February 21, 2017

Val, Jeff, Randy, and Ian;
We are so sorry to hear of Tanner's passing. He was a good friend to our son and an inspiration. We are blessed to have known him, loved him and had him in our lives. Our prayers are with you all.

February 20, 2017

Acquaintance

Alexandra Rheault

My deepest sympathies to his family and loved ones. Tanner's creative spirit will live on, his smile will be missed. Sincerely, Alex Rheault

February 20, 2017

Teacher

Kelly McConnell

I am so sad that Tanner has died. I knew his work at MECA and then at Artist and Craftsman Supply where he worked after graduation. There, he was always my go-to-guy: bright and innovative and always quick to lend a hand or idea for a creative project. I watched his stamp project and ways he kept his practice going after art school and wished him all the best when he went back to Vermont. He is certainly gone too soon. Please know that in his short life, he touched many with his spirit and quick smile.

February 14, 2017

Danielle

My condolences for Tanner's family. He was a great artist and friend, always such a sweet guy, he will be greatly missed.

February 14, 2017

Coworker

Annie Wadleigh

So sorry to hear this news. Tanner was a vital part of the Maine College of Art Printmaking Department and he is sadly missed by his colleagues and friends at MECA. Here are some remembrances from MECA friends: "Tanner's work was complex, idiosyncratic, thoughtful, and challenging. He communicated the importance of the hand-made in the digital age. Tanner embraced the most direct mark-making methods of print-carving and stamping to address design and repetition, how we see and don't see messages in our everyday visual field. Tanner worked as a teaching assistant in the Printmaking Department during his years at MECA. He continued to make art and prints, including his ongoing collaborative stamp series, exhibiting throughout New England. Tanner was a friend and collaborator to many and he will be deeply missed." "Tanner was a very creative person who demonstrated a great love for the process of his art making and the discovery of new sources of inspiration. As a friend and peer I saw him always pushing his boundaries, exploring deeper into his own art while staying enthusiastic and excited about other work around him."

February 10, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11

February 4, 2017

Darlene Larochelle

Val & Jeff,
I just read this online and am shocked. So very sorry for your loss. Just wanted you to know I was thinking of you both.Deepest sympathy to his entire family.

February 3, 2017

Adrian & Louise Max

Randy,
Louise and I are so very sorry for your loss. Words can not adequately say what is in our hearts for you and y our family at this time. Tanner helped you build our home and is therefore always part of our family.
Adrian & Louise

February 2, 2017

Randy and family:
Adrian, Arne, and I are so very sad for you. It is simply heartbreaking. As parents, we are so emotionally invested in our children, no matter their age. Please reach out if you need anything. Our thoughts are with you.
Sharon J.

February 1, 2017

Val and Randy, through all the years I'm remembering you both with love, and send you my heartfelt thoughts. ellie ryan

February 1, 2017

Patrice

For your loss May God provide tender comfort through his word the Bible during this most difficult time. (2 Cor 1:3-7)

February 1, 2017

Laura Ryan

Val & Sierra - So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family at this terrible time.

February 1, 2017

Rebecca Mcchesney-Cantara

Dana and I and Daniel are heart broken over this news, we loved Tanner, we cherish all the memories of the times he spent with us. Truly a wonderful child and so very missed.

January 31, 2017

Nancy Conway

So sad to hear of Tanner's death..remember him as a musician and an artist at Riverside Middle School.
No words to ease the death of an adult child..
But love to Val..nancy

January 31, 2017

Dave and Anne Grenier

To Randy, Marybeth and family,
Dave and I want to send you all our love, comfort and prayers. No words can express our heart felt sympathy enough. Please know we are here for you all. God Love You!
Love always, Dave and Anne XOXO

January 31, 2017

Patti Kent

Val,Randy, Ian,Sierra,Bunnie
I'm so sadden to hear of Tanners passing.
My thoughts , prayers and hugs go out to you and your families.

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